Your doctor tells you your blood sugar is a little high and you’re in the prediabetes range. This may come as a surprise, especially if you eat well, exercise regularly, and are not overweight. Many people assume blood sugar issues only happen with weight gain or high sugar intake, but
Are your joints feeling a little stiffer than they used to? Does it take longer to recover after exercise? Have you noticed that your energy levels aren’t quite the same? Many people assume these changes are simply a normal part of getting older. But researchers have found that an underlying
Have you noticed your body changing as you get older? Maybe you’re seeing a little more fat around your midsection and less muscle tone in your arms and legs. You may feel slightly weaker than you used to, or notice that your metabolism doesn’t feel quite the same. Many people
Protein is everywhere right now. Energy bars, drinks, cereal, yogurt, and even bread now carry “high protein” claims on the label. We tend to associate protein with strength, metabolism, weight control, and healthy aging. When we see “high protein,” we often assume the product is healthier. So do we really
When you think of psyllium (or maybe Metamucil), you might picture an orange drink your father took for constipation. But here’s the thing: psyllium is so much more than a bathroom aid. As a registered dietitian, I don’t toss around the phrase “favorite supplement” lightly, but psyllium has earned its
If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably heard the phrase “blood sugar spike.” You may have even noticed someone wearing a small white sensor on the back of their arm, scanning their phone after meals. At the same time, you might have been told you
Do you sometimes feel like your brain is not quite as sharp as it used to be? Maybe you are forgetting names more often, struggling to focus, or just feeling mentally foggy. If so, you are not alone, and it is not just “in your head”. As we age,
Frustrated with the scale not moving? Or noticing that your waistband feels tighter even though your habits haven’t changed? You may have seen headlines or social media posts blaming cortisol for stubborn weight gain, especially around the belly. There are even supplements marketed specifically to “lower cortisol” and promote weight loss. As
When you hear the word snack, you probably think of chips, candy, or something “junky”. While many packaged snacks don’t support heart health, there are plenty of nutrient-dense options that can actually help lower cholesterol, support healthy blood pressure, and reduce overall heart disease risk. If you’re looking to take your heart health beyond
If you’ve been told your blood sugar is high, you probably started thinking about all the foods you need to cut out. Sugar. Bread. Pasta. Dessert. But there’s another way to think about it. Instead of focusing only on what to avoid, it can be just as helpful to think
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